ISSBD Timeline

Welcome to the 50th anniversary celebration of the International Society for the Study of Behavioural Development (ISSBD), founded on May 31, 1969. Let’s look at the crucial moments and successes that have defined society over the last 50 years. The timeline in the media file below covers events up to 2020, showcasing the journey of ISSBD and its significant contributions to understanding how behaviours develop.

ISSBD 50th Anniversary Podcast: In conversation with Willard Hartup

The following audio offers insights into the origins of ISSBD and its journal. It features an enlightening interview with Brett Laursen, former Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Behavioural Development, and Willard Hartup, past ISSBD President. Recorded on December 13, 2018, this interview is a tribute to Willard (Bill) Hartup, who passed away on July 8th, 2023, at 95. A transcript of the interview can be found here.